Chewata - Sagri, Azamgarh
Chewata is a village situated in the Sagri tehsil of Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 37 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sagri and around 21 km from the district headquarters in Azamgarh. Chewata village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chewata is 192664. The village covers a total geographical area of 203.48 hectares and falls under the 276121 pincode. Mahrajganj is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Chewata village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gopalpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Azamgarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chewata
According to the 2011 Census, Chewata village had a total population of 2,470 people, including 1,201 males and 1,269 females, living in 384 households. The sex ratio was 1,057 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.88%, with male literacy at 85.29% and female literacy at 59.34%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 671.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,470 | 1,201 | 1,269 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 358 | 181 | 177 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 671 | 332 | 339 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,518 | 870 | 648 |
| Illiterate Population | 952 | 331 | 621 |
Nearby Villages of Chewata
Chewata is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Kishunpur Hiranandpur | West | 0.57 km |
| Bhairopur Chaurwa | North | 1.00 km |
| Kadipur Tiwari | West | 1.25 km |
| Phulehara | South | 1.29 km |
| Semra Barhai | West | 1.43 km |
| Semra Tiwari | North-West | 1.61 km |
| Leddupar | North-East | 1.61 km |
| Badipur | North | 1.62 km |
| Harirampur | South-West | 1.63 km |
| Kapsa | South-East | 1.82 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chewata
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Chewata. The nearest railway station is Azamgarh, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 56.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mahrajganj to Chewata is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Azamgarh to Chewata is about 21 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chewata
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chewata village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chewata
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chewata village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Chewata
Where is Chewata located?
Chewata village is located in Sagri Tehsil, Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chewata?
Chewata is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chewata?
The pincode of Chewata is 276121.
What is the population of Chewata?
Chewata had a total population of 2,470, including 1,201 males and 1,269 females.
How many households are there in Chewata?
Chewata had 384 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chewata?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chewata was 71.88%. Male literacy was 85.29% and female literacy was 59.34%.